Every sleep and potty term, in plain language.

Most evidence-based guidance puts formal sleep training at around 4–6 months, when babies are developmentally ready to learn to settle. Before 4 months, the focus is on healthy foundations (consistent routines and a safe, calm sleep space) rather than structured training. Every child is different, and the Sleep Readiness Checklist helps you assess your baby’s readiness.

No. Cry-it-out (also called extinction) is one method, but far from the only one. Sleep Ready uses a range of evidence-based approaches, including gradual methods where a parent stays in the room throughout. You choose the approach you’re comfortable with; there is no single method that suits every family.

Readiness matters more than age. Most children show readiness signs between 18 months and 3 years, and that wide range is completely normal. Starting before your child is ready often leads to frustration and regression. The Potty Readiness Checklist covers the 8 developmental signs to look for.

No. Daytime potty training and night-time dryness are separate developmental processes. Night dryness is largely hormonal: it depends on the body producing enough vasopressin to concentrate urine overnight. Many children who are fully trained during the day still need a night-time diaper for months or even years. That’s normal and not something that can be trained.

Yes. Milos holds an advanced IPSP certification in special needs sleep and works with families of children with autism, ADHD, epilepsy, sensory processing differences, developmental delays and other conditions that affect sleep. The approach is adapted to your child’s neurology, sensory profile and communication style, and coordinated with their care team. The free Special Needs Sleep Starter Guide has practical first steps.

A free 15-minute phone or video conversation with Milos. It’s not a sales pitch: it’s a chance to describe what’s happening and ask questions. By the end you’ll know whether Sleep Ready is the right fit, and if it isn’t, Milos will say so and point you in the right direction.

Sleep consulting isn’t covered by OHIP or most private plans in Ontario. Some families use a health spending account (HSA) or flexible benefits, and Sleep Ready provides detailed receipts on request. Check with your benefits provider before booking if you’re unsure.

Yes. Sleep Ready is based in Ontario, and virtual support is available to families across Canada. In-home support is available across the GTA, Halton, Hamilton and Niagara regions.

Most families see real improvement within 1–2 weeks, depending on the child’s age, temperament and the method. Gentle, gradual methods tend to take longer (2–3 weeks) with less protest; more direct methods often show results in 3–5 nights. Packages include follow-up support to work through bumps and make the changes stick.

Yes, this is one of the most common reasons families reach out. Frequent curtain calls (water, another hug, one more story) are usually boundary-testing rather than a sleep-skills problem. Clear expectations, a predictable routine and positive reinforcement help toddlers stay in bed without turning bedtime into a battle. The Bedtime Routine Builder is a good place to start.

Yes. Many children take medications that influence sleep, such as stimulants for ADHD, anticonvulsants or anxiety medication. Milos reviews the medication schedule during intake and builds the plan around it. Where timing may be contributing, he can share observations for the prescribing physician to consider, but never recommends medication changes.

Two weeks without steady progress usually means the child wasn’t quite ready (pressing pause is okay), there’s an underlying issue like constipation, or the approach needs adjusting. Sleep Ready never recommends pushing through when a child is distressed; sometimes a 4–6 week break and a fresh start works much better.

Yes. Night terrors and sleepwalking are common between about 3 and 8 and can be alarming, even though the child usually has no memory of them. Sleep Ready helps families understand triggers (overtiredness, irregular schedules, illness), put safety measures in place and use evidence-based strategies to reduce episodes. If episodes are frequent or unusual, Milos may suggest talking to your doctor to rule out other causes.